general rules

WorkshopsWorkshops are only being offered at our events if time permits. Information will be sent early in the New Year. There will be a separate fee for workshop participants (an early bird and at the door rate).Workshops are not mandatory and will only run if there are sufficient numbers. Specific dates, times and styles of the workshops will be announced at least six (6) weeks in advance of the event.Limelight Productions reserves the right to change faculty at any time. There is no refund on entry or workshop fees once they are submitted, unless the workshop is cancelled by Limelight Productions Inc.

​Competition The competition schedule and adjudication times are only a guideline. We may run behind schedule but will never run significantly ahead of schedule unless under special circumstances. This competition will not provide Stage Marshalls. Teachers/Chaperones are responsible for the supervision of dancers and for directing dancers to the stage to line-up.Dancers who miss their performance time without prior arrangement may not be able to participate in the missed routine.Teachers are not permitted to prompt/coach dancers from the wings.Each Studio should assign a dancer from each routine to receive medals/trophies to speed up the award ceremonies.Event correspondence will be with Studio Directors only.

DancersEach Studio will provide a Master List of Dancers when completing their online registration. Upon arrival to the event,dancers will need to register at the Dancer Registration Table where they will receive a stamp giving them access to the dressing rooms, backstage and theatre. Dancers not performing in THE VAULT Dance Off will have to purchase a ticket to view THE VAULT.

ChaperonesEach Studio is permitted one (1) Chaperone for every 15 dancers. Each Studio will provide a Chaperone Master List with their entry package. Upon arrival to the event, Chaperones will need to register at the Chaperone Registration Table where they will receive a pass giving them access to the dressing rooms, backstage and theatre. Only those who carry a Chaperone Pass will be permitted backstage or in the dressing rooms. All chaperones will be required to purchase a ticket for THE VAULT Dance Off unless they have dancers in THE VAULT Dance Off.

Studio Directors/Teachers Each Studio will provide a Studio Director/Teacher Master List with their entry package. Upon arrival to the event, Studio Directors/Teachers will need to register at the Studio Registration Table where they will receive a pass giving them access to the dressing rooms, backstage, theatre, Teacher’s Lounge and VIP seating area, where available. Only those who carry a Studio Director/Teacher Pass will be permitted in these areas. Any Studio Director/Teacher from any Studio can watch THE VAULT Dance Off at no cost, regardless if you have entries. Studio Directors will be responsible to inform all Dancers/Parents/ Chaperones/Spectators of the rules. They are expected to know, follow and respect the rules at all times during this competition. Any rule violation, disruptive or inappropriate behaviour/language by any Dancer/Parent/ Chaperone/Spectator may result in disqualification of that Studio.NEW! Choreographers are responsible to pay entry fees for the event and THE VAULT.

SpectatorsA small spectator fee will be charged for entry into the theatre. Spectators will have the option of purchasing a day pass ($10 per day) or a weekend bracelet ($20 for the weekend). One (1) Event Program is included in the Spectator Fee.Tickets for THE VAULT Dance Off are not included in the day pass or weekend bracelet. They will be sold throughout the event for a cost of $10.00/ticket. There will be no photos and video taken during performances.Photos or videos taken throughout the competition by Limelight Productions Inc. or its subsidiaries will be used for the sole purpose of promoting Limelight Productions Inc. These photos/videos may be printed in newspapers, magazines, websites, promotional videos and other forms of advertising on the internet, including social media. These photos/videos are the property of Limelight Productions Inc. and may be used at any time for promotional purposes.